THE RISE OF THE MURPHY BED...

Years ago if you needed more space, you'd just move to bigger digs. With the state of the economy as of late, instead of jumping ship we've had to gain more functionality out of our current space. 

I am working on a design project that is a multi-purpose space: a family room, guest room and office. To maximum the space, I designed a built-in Murphy Bed storage/desk unit to accommodate over night guests along the client's office needs...

City dwellers have always known the benefits of this hidden gem (pun intended), especially in the NYC area where limited space is the norm. Since the popularity of Murphy Beds is on the rise in the burbs, I was able to draw inspiration for my design from quite a few sources...

There's a variety of design options available based on style, bed size, finish and of course budget. The sky is the limit for configuration and function. So the next time you are short on space, consider a Murphy Bed for your next multi-purpose room...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

CAD DRAWING COURTESY OF BOLD INTERIOR DESIGNS.

NEW DESIGN SERVICES: e-DESIGNER and ROOM REFRESH...

Over the past few months, I've done some informal research looking for ways to improve my ability to service my clients' needs. In response to several inquiries, I am happy to introduce two new services: 

e-DESIGNER and ROOM REFRESH

e-DESIGNER

The e-DESIGNER Service is an efficient and easy way of decorating your space on-line. You can implement the design at your own pace, eliminating the need for time consuming in-house meetings and the costly process of product research and sourcing. You will receive a design package complete with an inspirational mood board and a shopping plan along with fabric and paint swatches.  We will include any helpful DIY tips and budget friendly ideas to complete your design.

ROOM REFRESH

We can help breathe new life in your room with ROOM REFRESH. This service includes a home visit and consultation where we will analyze the space and its needs. Using what you already have, we will transform the room using space planning, styling tips and lots of creativity (and maybe a little DIY). Afterwards, you can have what will feel like a whole new room.

Check out my website for details on how to get started, just in time for the holidays. Here's my way of helping everyone get the beautiful space they deserve...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

LIVING LARGE IN SMALL SPACES...

Living with small spaces is not just relegated to city dwellers.  Sometimes a room has to serve multiple purposes in suburbia as well.  Here are several rooms where the design makes the most of the space available whether its...

an office turned guest room thanks to a murphy bed,

or accommodating an entire family in a shelter,

or sleeping and living spaces separated by a moving wall,

Design by Chipper Hatter Architectural Photographer, San Diego

or an office in a loft

Office design by CWB Architects, New York

or an outdoor space,

Exterior design by House + House Architects, San Francisco

 or a closet turned office space,

Office design by Ed Ritger Photography, San Francisco

or a multi-functioning studio apartment,

Design by Nicholas Moriarty Interiors, Chicago

or creating a bar for entertaining,

Design by Susan Diana Harris Interior Design, San Francisco

or an office and family room,

Home Office design by Jonathan Quinn Barnett Ltd, Seattle

or creating privacy in studio apartment,

Multi-purpose room design by Tobi Farley, Little Rock, Arkansas

or elevating a space for guests and extra storage,

 Bedroom design by Kia Designs, London

or carving out a space to work and relax,

Design by Elizabeth Cross-Beard, Baltimore

or just enough room for sleeping quarters...

Design by Dyanne Wilson Photography, Montreal

Here's to living in every inch...

Peace and Blessings,

Tammy

Photos courtesy of Houzz.com and HouseBeautiful.com